Staff Engineer II / Project Engineer – Structural (Water/Wastewater)

About HRG

At HRG, we pride ourselves on being an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm.

We are actively seeking a Staff Engineer II / Project Engineer – Structural (Water/Wastewater) in our Location office. This position may be filled at either the Staff Engineer II or Project Engineer level based on the selected candidate’s skills, experience, and licensure.

As a Staff Engineer II or Project Engineer – Structural (Water/Wastewater) with HRG, you will focus on the structural analysis and design of water and wastewater facilities, supporting projects such as reinforced concrete tanks, pump stations, treatment facilities, retaining walls, and other critical infrastructure. This role offers the opportunity to grow strong technical expertise while working on projects with lasting community impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and/or lead the structural design and analysis of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including in-ground and above-ground concrete tanks, treatment and process structures, pump stations, and retaining walls
• Perform and check structural calculations in accordance with applicable codes and standards, including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, ACI 350, AISC, and other relevant criteria
• Prepare structural drawings, details, technical specifications, and reports used for permitting, bidding, and construction
• Assist in or lead the development of construction contract documents, including plans, specifications, and structural cost estimates
• Review structural submittments, shop drawings, and contractor requests for compliance with design intent and applicable standards
• Conduct field inspections and site visits to evaluate existing conditions, observe construction progress, and verify compliance with design documents and safety requirements
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, water/wastewater process, electrical, and construction professionals to deliver coordinated structural solutions
• For Project Engineer–level candidates, support project managers with structural scope coordination, scheduling, documentation, and technical review
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to support structural design reviews and technical discussions
• Ensure work aligns with HRG’s quality control standards and sound structural engineering practices, and identify opportunities to improve constructability, durability, and efficiency

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field with an emphasis on structural engineering
• Experience with structural design for water and wastewater or municipal infrastructure projects
• Working knowledge of structural design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318 and/or ACI 350, AISC, or similar
• Familiarity with structural analysis, design, and drafting/modeling tools (e.g., RISA, RAM, EnerCalc, AutoCAD, Revit, or similar)
• Effective utilization of common business platforms such as Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meeting tools, project management systems, etc.
• Flexibility to travel to job sites, meetings, and other offices as necessary, which may include overnight stays
• Valid US Driver’s License is required

Additional Qualifications – Staff Engineer II

• Minimum of 2 years of consulting engineering experience
• Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) certification preferred
• Experience preparing structural calculations, drawings, and reports under the supervision of senior engineers

Additional Qualifications – Project Engineer

• Minimum of 2 years of consulting engineering experience
• Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) certification preferred
• Experience preparing structural calculations, drawings, and reports under the supervision of senior engineers

Life at HRG

Are you a creative problem solver who wants to make a difference in people’s everyday lives? Find out why it’s #Good2bHRG:

• Work with Purpose & Impact: Our people design roads, bridges, water and sewer systems. They reduce pollution and protect environmental resources. They prepare sites for new homes, businesses, schools, and gathering spaces. They develop strategic plans and connect leaders to the funding they need to turn vision into reality. Join us, and use your talent to enhance safety, promote health and well-being, connect people and places, and build strong economies in the community around you.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: HRG offers a generous total rewards package including bonuses and other cash rewards, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance for you and your dependents, general paid time off, paid parental leave, pet insurance, and more.
• 100% Employee Ownership: Every member of the team shares in the firm’s financial success through the company-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), but ownership means so much more to us at HRG. It’s about communicating transparently, being accessible, and empowering everyone to contribute their ideas.
• Bright Opportunities for Growth: HRG has experienced steady annual growth over the past decade, adding new services and new territories across the tri-state area. We have a detailed path to continue that growth in the decade to come, and our people are the foundation of that plan. We provide ample training, mentorship, and peer networking opportunities, so you can continue to evolve your skills and take on new challenges. We also provide generous reimbursement for continuing education, licensure and certifications, and professional memberships.
• Freedom and Flexibility to Define Where and When You Work: You have many goals: professional and personal. At HRG, you’ll be able to pursue them all. Our team has incredible flexibility to adjust their schedule around their life, start the weekend early with Half-Day Fridays, and do their work at home, in the office or any combination they choose.
• Fun, Supportive Environment: HRG has a One Company mindset focused on collaboration and shared success, not competition. Our founders set out to create an enjoyable workplace, and their vision continues today with regular potlucks, picnic lunches, team building retreats, and friendly games.
• National Recognition: HRG’s people and projects have won 100s of awards, including ENR MidAtlantic’s Design Firm of the Year.
• Great Place to Work: We’ve been honored numerous times as a Top Workplace, Employer of the Year, and one of the Best Places to Work in PA. We’ve also been recognized at the national level as one of the Best Places to Work in Engineering and one of the Best Places to Work Remote/Hybrid.

Join us in driving future business while fostering a culture that values every team member's contribution. Apply now to be part of a company that truly values its people.

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